While the admission from Apple does not have the sinister undertones that have come with some iPhone owners’ accusations of slowing down phones to prompt sales of new models, it does confirm what many have guessed.

In its statement, Apple said, “Our goal is to deliver the best experience for customers, which includes overall performance and prolonging the life of their devices.”

In the end, the issue has more to do with battery technology than iPhone technology, according to the company.